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MAHSA as co-host in 4th International Conference in Public Health (ICOPH 2018) Thailand

Published on:30-08-2018

MAHSA University co-hosted the International Conference in Public Health(ICOPH 2018).It was held in Bangkok,Thailand from 19th July to 21st July 2018,in partnership with The International Institute of Knowledge Management(TIIKM).Prof.Dr.Hematram Yadav from Department of Community Medicine,Faculty of Medicine&Biomedical Sciences,MAHSA University was one of the invited conference Co-Chairs from Malaysia.With the theme “Promoting Quality and Safety in Health Care towards Healthy Communities”,the conference was the leading interdisciplinary platform for presentation of new and advanced research results in the field of Public Health.

The conference was attended by more than 300 hundred delegates from more than 35 countries and about 40 Universities worldwide.

It provided a good exposure to our students and staff and would glorify MAHSA University in the eyes of the world.MAHSA’s MBBS students,Mr.See Yee Ching and Mr.Ho Yen Yi were the selected ones to present a paper entitled ‘Quality of Life of Local and International Medical Students at MAHSA University.’

The other delegates including Muhammad Qamar from the Faculty of Pharmacy who presented a paper entitled ‘Assessment of Depression among Geriatrics Patients Staying Geriatric home care in Klang’ and Mr.Sohail Ahmad with the paper entitled ‘Severity and Sources of Perceived Stress Among Pharmacy students in Malaysia’.

All the papers were well received by the participants and many delegates showed keen interest in MAHSA University.The next conference(5th ICOPH 2019)will be held in Malaysia and we hope that more staff and students will play an active role in the conference.

Creating Career Ready Graduates

Published on: 30-08-2018

MAHSA University organised its first Career Fair, bringing together students and future employers on 27th July 2018. With over 14 companies taking part in the event, students were able to connect on a personal basis with future employers for internship and job placement opportunities.

Predominantly, the employers gave this event a thumbs-up. Their comments were that the university has prepared the students well for the event and they came prepared for the chance to be interviewed.

Students were also made aware of various career prospects in different industries such as healthcare and finance. To most of the students, this was a first experience and they were eager to learn about the various jobs available to them.

MAHSA University is also proud to announce that the 14 companies are now official industrial partners of the university. Students will be able to receive job postings from these companies via the student portal. Collaboration with such companies has always been one of MAHSA’s objectives, and with this recent partnership, the university is off to a good start!

Outshining the Rest

Published on: 28-08-2018

The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology successfully organised an Engineering and Science Students Exhibition (ESSE) on 16 July 2018 at the campus in Bandar Saujana Putra. The Guest of Honour was Dato Dr. Choo Yuen May, Vice President of Malaysian Invention and Design Society.

The “Best Project Award” was won by a team from MAHSA University led by Sheih Muhammad Buhari with team members Mohd Azli Ayob, Syazana Syahirah Jamaluddin, Afnan Abd Kareem and Baraah Fuad with a project entitled “Smart Child Alert Car System”.

The Engineering and Science Students Exhibition (ESSE) 2018 is a multi-disciplinary Engineering and Science Exploration. The aim of the exhibition was to nourish students’ research, design and innovation skills in multidisciplinary areas relating to engineering, science and technology. Organised by MAHSA University’s Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) in collaboration with the Institute of Engineering Technology (IET), the exhibition also aimed to support and encourage students in the sharing of knowledge, research work and experience which will ultimately contribute to the development of engineering, science and technology, and to develop their communicative skills through oral and presentations.

A total of forty-five groups participated in the exhibition, with forty-five medals consisting of five gold, fifteen silver and twenty-four bronze medals to be won. Each participant also received a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by the Institution of Engineering Technology (IET). The panel of judges comprised professionals with various expertise, including those from the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM), the Institution of Engineering Technology (IET) and lecturers from MAHSA University.

Members of the panel were Ir Tan Chee Fai, Dr. Tan Chia Kwang and Dr. Che Hang Seng of IEM, Ir Yap Soon Hee of IET, and Dr. Audrey Yong Chee Hui, Associate Prof Dr. Kancharaju Kranthi Raja, Dr. How Chee Wun, Professor Dr. Che An Ahmad and Dr. Subramaniam Karuppannan of MAHSA University. Also on the panel were Mr. Michael Yee of ASTREAM and Dr. Elango of UCSI University.

The participants had the opportunity to showcase their communication skills to explain their innovative projects and to network and collaborate with each other internally as well as with other universities.

First Accreditations in Postgraduate Medical Programmes

Published on: 28-08-2018

MAHSA University has garnered international esteem yet again as the provider of quality education with yet another distinguished accreditation. We have proudly advanced forward with another significant step towards achieving our mission by receiving full accreditations for the Master of Science in Public Health and Master of Medical Sciences (Anatomy), from the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

Inaugurated in 2014, the Master of Science in Public Health was audited by MQA in 2017 through the assessment of several crucial factors including quality, standards and compliance to MQA benchmarks. This achievement reflects the coordinated efforts of those involved at every stratum, beginning with the faculty members of the Community Medicine Department and the Faculty of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences led by the then Head Of Department Professor Dr. U Than Winn under the judicious guidance of the Dean, Professor Dato’ Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy.

Currently, students from nine different countries are pursuing this Master’s degree which promises them a future with far wider horizons. The programme is structured and delivered to ensure that our graduating students acquire adequate knowledge and skills in the realm of public health and the necessary leadership and entrepreneurship qualities to serve the nation and the world. The programme is currently led by an experienced Public Health specialist, Associate Professor Dato Dr. C Prathapa Senan.

MAHSA University is also one of the only two Malaysian Universities offering the programme of Master of Medical Sciences (Anatomy), fully accredited by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) in June 2018. The combined efforts of the Department of Anatomy, headed by Professor Dr. Subramaniam Krishnan, and under the leadership of the Dean, Professor Dato’ Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy, are what resulted in this programme’s full accreditation in June 2018. The programme standards envisioned are not only governed by MQA but also benchmarked to comply with the best international practices. The programme includes both local students and international ones from Libya, Palestine and Iraq. It provides students with the requisite knowledge and skills to be successful professionals in teaching at the both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, to conduct high quality research and to efficiently undertake their doctoral studies (PhD or its equivalent).

Besides being the provider of quality education, MAHSA University also assures the provision of a healthy environment and an excellent blend of culture so that students from different countries all over the world with multifarious socio-cultural backgrounds can easily adapt and learn to their maximum potential. The success of these programmes is a major contributing factor towards the vision of MAHSA University as the centre of excellence.

Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Hj. Mohd Ismail Merican: Are we ready for healthcare reform?

Published on: 28-08-2018

This question was answered by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of MAHSA University, Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Haji Mohd Ismail Merican at a Lecture in the Distinguished Speakers Series organised by the Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy. The Galen Centre promotes and advocates public debate and education on ideas and proposals which support individual freedom, choice and innovation in the health and social sectors.

The question and choice of speaker was very apt. Malaysia, having made tremendous strides in healthcare since independence, is now at a crossroads due to changing demographics, an ageing population, dramatically different political priorities and the social challenges of rising costs of living and health. Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Haji Mohd Ismail Merican was a former Director-General of Health well-known for a calling a spade a spade. He was firm and decisive in decision-making, and doctors often classify the period under his stewardship from 2005 to 2011 as the Golden Age of Leadership in the Ministry of Health.

His expertise in liver disease is widely acknowledged and his guidance frequently sought after by various international organisations such as the World Health Organisation, United Nations Development programme and the World Bank.

Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Haji Mohd Ismail Merican identified various challenges faced by Malaysia for the reform of healthcare in Malaysia. These included the rural-urban migration that had occurred due to people seeking better economic opportunities, as well as illegal foreign workers who sustained certain sectors of the economy such as construction and the service sectors, and the lack of enforcement of the various rules and regulations governing these workers that led to emerging and re-emerging diseases that have impacted the health of the general population.

There has been an increase in the aging population that will require more health resources such as special geriatric wards, trained nurses for aged care and the provision of associated support services such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists.

A particular challenge that must be met with an effective solution is the public/private dichotomy with inequitable resource allocation. This is compounded by the rising cost of healthcare including the cost of drugs. We need to keep pace with advances in medical technology, including the use of artificial intelligence and the use of big data, for evidence-based solutions.

Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Haji Mohd Ismail Merican emphasised that we must not lose sight of the need for patient safety goals and the continuing avoidance of medical errors. Lessons from other sectors such as the aviation industry will continue to be utilised in this regard.

He emphasised that we need to drive towards the vision of encouraging people to achieve universal access to quality healthcare either in the public or private sector. This can be done by enhancing targeted support for underserved communities, improving delivery systems for better health outcomes, expanding the capacity to increase accessibility wherever required, and intensifying private sector and NGO collaboration with the public sector to increase health awareness.

Professor Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Haji Mohd Ismail Merican answered the question asked in the topic of the lecture in the affirmative and utilised his vast experience in healthcare in describing various approaches. In particular, reforms would be very useful and critical in the integration of the public and private sectors, strengthening primary care, and in the implementation of a national healthcare financing scheme. This talk was another illustration of how persons holding positions in MAHSA have contributed to and are continuing to contribute towards the development of healthcare in Malaysia.

Expanding Horizons in Pre-University Studies

Published on: 28-08-2018

The Foundation programmes in MAHSA created opportunities for their students to participate in student mobility programmes with partner universities around the globe.

On 29 June 2018, Lim Jing Yue, an exemplary student from Foundation In Science was awarded full scholarship for the Shanghai Summer School Programme hosted by the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It was an excellent platform for international students to acquire additional knowledge and exchange cultures.

The Shanghai Summer School Programme 2018 consisted of six parts: “Basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory”, “Chinese Pharmacology”, “Acupuncture and Tuina”, “Clinical Medicine”, “Health Care”, and “Chinese Culture” and included theories on the application of Traditional Chinese Medicine such as “Holism”, “Yin Yang” and “Ba Gua”, whose unique perspectives are built on ancient Chinese wisdom, and activities such as Chinese Medicine lectures, Chinese language classes, Taichi classes, cultural experiences and visits to subsidiary hospitals. Participants learnt the Traditional Chinese Medicine perspectives of the anatomy and pathology, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, meridians, collateral and “tuina” (Chinese massage). Participants were urged to bring their newfound knowledge back to their own countries and to spread the benefits of Chinese Medicine so that it can be acknowledged throughout the world and especially by relevant authoritative organisations.

In addition to classes, the Shanghai Summer School programme also included trips to interesting parts of Shanghai such as the Shanghai Museum, the Bund, Oriental Pearl, Huang Pu River, and cultural experiences in the form of Chinese operas, acrobatic performances, and calligraphy and Chinese painting classes.

Jing Yue’s interest in medicine and his aim to be a doctor propelled him to choose MAHSA University, a major provider of superior education with our superior teaching methodology, industry-based curriculum and excellent facilities. In his one-year Foundation of Science at MAHSA University’s Centre for Pre-University Studies, Jing Yue gained the advantage of an excellent educational programme and the benefit of being under the tutelage of experienced and professional lecturers. Through MAHSA’s student-centered learning and personal mentor-mentee sessions, Jing Yue has excelled in his studies and coped well with stress through the constant guidance of his lecturers and mentors.

Jing Yue expresses his gratitude MAHSA University lecturers who consistently encourage him to go forward and push boundaries in his education. We are very proud that he was sponsored for and attended the 2018 Shanghai Summer School programme, through which he has gained invaluable insight from the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese to boost the quality education he continues to gain at MAHSA University.

Upskilling the Engineering Graduate from MAHSA

Published on: 28-08-2018

MAHSA University has reached another milestone in the provision of quality education. Electronics & Engineering graduates from MAHSA University now have better teaching and industry opportunities in Radio Frequency and Microwave Engineering with the signing of an MOU with Filpal (S) Pte Ltd and Vyrox on 16 July 2018.

Filpal (S) Pte Ltd a regional software development company and Vyrox is a smart-home system provider and one of the top-ten smart-home system integration companies in South East Asia. The signing of this MOU brings the expertise of these industrial leaders to our Engineering Programme and provides our students with opportunities for industrial exposure.

Innovation and technology advances in radio frequency systems and microwave engineering make it imperative that the modern engineering graduate keeps abreast of these changes. The use of modern home-living devices is increasing the necessity of these technologies.

The ceremony was officiated by Professor Dato' Dr. Khairul Anuar bin Abdullah, Vice-Chancellor of MAHSA University, accompanied by the Deputy Vice Chancellors and the Dean of the Engineering faculty, Ir Dr. Leong Wai Yie. Dato Dr. Choo Yuen May, Vice President of the Malaysian Invention and Design Society, graced the occasion.

The World at Your Doorstep

Published on: 28-08-2018

The American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) conducts virtual symposiums every year. This competitive symposium calls for research projects globally. Each contribution to the project is evaluated by a panel of five independent clinical pharmacy experts, and shortlisted projects are presented in two interactive sessions. Authors have to present and be available for real-time online question-and-answer sessions alongside their virtual posters.

In the 2018 ACCP Virtual Annual Symposium, FIVE (5) projects from MAHSA University (the highest number of contributions by any University in Malaysia) were accepted and virtually presented along with real-time online question-and-answer sessions.

The presented projects included two community-based studies: 1) Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) among childcare workforces in childcare centres and preschools; 2) Public Beliefs and Attitudes Toward Depression in Kuala Lumpur, and three hospital-based studies: 1) Medication Use and Self-Efficacy (MUSE) and Perceived Diabetes and Self-Management (PDSM) Among Adult Diabetic PPatient; 2) Missing Doses in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) in King Fahad Medical City, Saudi Arabia (collaborative project); and 3) Study of Healthcare Team Awareness of Statin Usage Among Outpatients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

The abstracts of these studies will be published in Pharmacotherapy, Volume 38, Number 6 (Online ISSN: 1875-9114, impact factor: 3.196). The published findings will help to design and conduct future educational campaigns and policy efforts addressing the prevention of HFMD, improving self-management and self-care practices among Malaysian diabetic adults, reducing depression among the general public, and reducing the incidence of missed doses in ICUs of hospitals.

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MAHSA’S PHD Nursing Receives Full Accreditation

Published on: 30-07-2018

MAHSA’s Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery is proud to have made yet another groundbreaking achievement by the pioneer among Malaysian private universities to receive full accreditation for its PhD in Nursing programme.

The programme that started in March 2014 is fully-accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). There are currently 21 students in the programme, including those from USA, Australia, Middle East and Indonesia.

Mr. Manfred Mortell, a 63-year-old Australian, is the first student be awarded the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing. He achieved distinction in his thesis for his excellent work. His research titled, “Patient Advocacy among Saudi Arabian Adult Intensive Care Nurses: A grounded theory study”, was published in the British Journal of Nursing, Journal Health Specialties and Malaysian Nursing Journal.

The PhD in Nursing programme aims to prepare researchers to develop, evaluate and disseminate new knowledge in nursing and health sciences. It also provides nurses the foundation to be leaders in research that advances nursing science and contributes to public health. Students are required to publish their findings in journals and make presentation in conferences before graduating.

The Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery is committed to bringing changes to nursing practice and education to meet the needs of the country.

Biomedical Student Excels in Business Plan Competition

Published on: 30-07-2018

Hasniza binti Azman from MAHSA’s MBBS programme was awarded third place for her remarkable performance in the ASEAN Virtual Business Plan Competition 2018, National Level - Malaysia.

136 entries were submitted from 32 universities for the event held at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam on 10 May 2018.

Ms. Hasniza teamed up with students from other universities to develop i-wellness, a unique business project that brings together medical health professionals with various expertise to improve healthcare services in Malaysia.

Since better health contributes to economic progress, there will always be high demand for healthcare specialists.

The recognition was the result of skilful execution, good teamwork and admirable spirit.

MAHSA Labs are GLP Certified

Published on: 30-07-2018

MAHSA UNIVERSITY is pleased to announce that 24 of its multidisciplinary laboratories have been awarded the Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) certificate.

GLP is an international quality control system covering various processes and conditions conducted in non-clinical health and environment studies. Its standards are set by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and further verified by the Compliance Monitoring Programmes (CMP) through periodic inspection of test facilities and audit of GLP studies.

The university’s compliance with strict GLP guidelines meant that studies submitted by MAHSA students will inspire confidence in the validity and integrity of their data. Due to the quality assurance that came with GLP compliant test facilities, their data will also be more acceptable to the 36 OECD member countries such as France, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Japan, United States, etc.

This meant that students from faculties such as Pharmacy, Dentistry, Medicine & Biomedical Sciences as well as Health and Sports Sciences will benefit from the consistent and reliable delivery of practical and studies conducted in MAHSA University labs.

MAHSA University is proud of this achievement and it is committed to providing high quality education and facilities to its students.

MAHSA Collaborates with Belt and Road Countries

Published on: 30-07-2018

MAHSA’s Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Science is proud and honoured to be the sole Malaysian representative invited to the Belt and Road International Medical Education Alliance (BRIMEA) in Shenyang, China.

BRIMEA is a comprehensive medical alliance formed by 48 medical education institutions from 15 countries located along the Silk Road. The alliance aims to promote cultural exchange, academic discussion and collaboration with experts from other participating countries.

MAHSA attended the first BRIMEA council meeting on 26th May 2018 as one of its founding members. Some of the universities in this alliance include:

• China Medical University
• Capital Medical University
• Nanjing Medical University
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
• Azerbaijan Medical University
• University of the Philippines, Manila
• Mahidol University, Thailand
• College of Physicians & Surgeons, Pakistan

All members signed the Shenyang Consensus at the conference whereby its core principles are to promote harmony and improve quality of life, to advocate education as the foundation to cultivate future talents, to save lives and to uphold medical ethics.

In the following two days MAHSA participated in the 2nd International Forum on Higher Medical Education. Professor Dato Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy, MAHSA’s dean of Faculty of Medicine, gave a well-received talk at a plenary session on “Challenges in the Globalisation of Medical Education”. Dr. Ravindran also took the opportunity to introduce MAHSA University to the audience and shared the university’s experience in handling large international student population.

The collaboration enables MAHSA community to form stronger cultural and academic ties with medical education institutions from other countries for mutual benefits.

CPA Australia Accredits MAHSA Accounting Degree

Published on: 30-07-2018

The Faculty of Business, Finance and Hospitality is pleased to announce that its Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) (BAC) programme has been accredited by CPA Australia (Certified Practising Accountant).

CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest accounting bodies with a global membership of over 160,000 finance, accounting and business professionals. Their core services include education, continuing professional development, technical support and advocacy for the profession. The CPA (Aust.) designation is recognised globally, with members in 125 countries and regions.

Other than CPA, MAHSA’s Bachelor of Accounting (Hons) programme is also accredited by:

• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) - United Kingdom
• Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

MAHSA’s programme offers students a streamlined pathway to professional memberships. Upon completing their three-year accounting programme, graduates can gain associate membership to CPA Australia and undertake entry-level accounting jobs.

Graduates of MAHSA’s BAC programme will give potential clients or employers assurance of their competency and knowledge. For a successful career in professional accountancy, choose MAHSA.

MAHSA Collaborates with Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Published on: 30-07-2018

12 students from Suzhou, China attended a training programme from 9 to 13 April 2018 at MAHSA University. The programme was specifically arranged for the Bachelor of Public Health students from Xian Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU).

The event was officiated by Professor Dato’ Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy, dean from Faculty of Medicine, followed by an introduction to MAHSA’s MSc Public Health programme from Associate Professor Dato’ Prathapa Senan.

The participants consisting mainly of third and fourth year students, were led by Dr. Zheng Feei Ma, team leader of XJTLU, as well as staff members, Associate Professor Robert Lynch and Secretary of the Department of Public Health, Dr. Jiang Wanyi.

The programme, ‘Introduction to Healthcare in Malaysia’, was coordinated by Prof. Dr. Hematram Yadav from the Department of Community Health at MAHSA University. The need for such a programme was initiated when Prof. Yadav met with Prof. Lynch in July 2017 at the 3rd International Conference of Public Health in Kuala Lumpur. From the interaction, Prof. Yadav developed the programme for XJTLU students and staff with the objective to provide them an introduction to the healthcare system in Malaysia.

The programme covered theory as well as field visit to Taman Medan Health Centre, a district hospital in Tanjung Karang. It also included a briefing by Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham bin Abdullah, Deputy Director General of Health from the Ministry of Health (MOH). From the visit, the students gained valuable practical experience and knowledge on the accessibility and availability of health services in Malaysia, known for having one of the best rural health infrastructures in the world.

Students were also shown various health programmes carried out in rural and urban areas. In return, they collaborated with MAHSA and provided the latter a briefing on the projects and studies conducted by them in China.

On 12 April 2018, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between MAHSA and XJTLU. The MOU aims to facilitate collaboration between both institutions. The scope of cooperation includes:

• Staff exchange or mutual visits to both institutions
• Participation in seminars, symposiums, academic meetings
• Special short-term academic programs including international workshops
• Development of joint publications and research activities of common interest
• Doctoral student training and development
• *Student exchange in Bachelor and Master programmes
• Participation in mutually-beneficIal activities

With the signing of the MOU, MAHSA students and faculty members will benefit from the cultural exchange as well as collaborations with XJTLU in common research areas. The move will benchmark MAHSA’s MSc Public Health programme against XJTLU’s.

Congratulations to Prof. Dato’ Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy

Published on: 18-07-2018

MAHSA University is proud to announce that our very own Professor Dato’ Dr Ravindran Jegasothy, the Dean of our Faculty of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, is now an ISQua Expert and a member of ISQua’s international accreditation panel. ISQua is The International Society for Quality in Health Care, a global organisation with its headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and a history that dates back to 1985.

Professor Dato’ Dr Ravindran Jegasothy was invited by ISQua to join them as an expert because of his expertise in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology, specifically in areas of maternal and perinatal mortality reduction. Professor Dato’ Dr Ravindran served thirty-five years in this capacity with the Malaysian Ministry of Health, and has contributed extensively to the improvement of the quality of health in the country. Professor Dato’ Dr Ravindran has also shared his expertise in these areas as a technical consultant with the World Health Organisation (WHO) as well as the IPPF in North Korea, Kampuchea and Vietnam. His work has been published considerably in scientific journals and presented in many international conferences. In the year 2003, he was awarded the Distinguished Community Service Award by the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO). Besides his pivotal role as the Dean of MAHSA University’s Faculty of Medicine, the Professor is also a Councillor and surveyor for the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) and the current secretary of the Asian Society of Quality in Healthcare.

ISQua is a global organisation with five continents represented on its ten-person Board. The expertise of ISQua and its network of members is a highly valued resource by those in the medical and social care community all over the world. ISQua strives to improve the quality and safety of healthcare worldwide through education and the sharing of knowledge, through external evaluation, and giving support to health systems as well as connecting people through global networks. They are closely associated with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and assist with technical and policy advice as well as knowledge sharing as part of WHO initiatives. ISQua also conducts professional development educational programmes which includes talks, debates, online workshops and webinars in all areas of healthcare safety and quality.

Professor Dato’ Dr Ravindran Jegasothy’s new role as a distinguished expert with ISQua confirms MAHSA University’s position as a provider of not only world-class higher education but also highly sought-after healthcare expertise.

MAHSA Shines on with MIDS 2018

Published on: 13-07-2018

The Malaysia International Dental Show (MIDS) 2018 on 4th May 2018, held at Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre was a huge success. The conference was jointly organised by the Faculty of Dentistry, MAHSA University and the Malaysian Dental Dealers Association (MDDA).

The main objectives of MIDS 2018 were to enhance dentistry skills and knowledge of dental professionals as well as to collaborate with dental traders in promoting the growth and success in forming symbiotic relationships in the industry.

Prof. Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Hj. Mohamed Haniffa bin Hj. Abdullah, Pro-Chancellor & Executive Chairman of MAHSA University, officiated the event with the theme 'Technological Advancement towards Excellence in Dentistry'.

MAHSA was the only dental school, out of 13, in Malaysia to be chosen as a partner to organise this three-day event. MAHSA’s Faculty of Dentistry is the first dental school in Malaysia to have organised its own international scientific conference.

The scientific conference was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kacharaju Kranthi Raja and advised by Prof. Rosnah binti Mohd Zain. The scientific committee from MAHSA’s Faculty of Dentistry was Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prathap Chandar Mannivanan, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ravikanth Haridas and Dr. Afaf-Al-Haddad.

Fifteen renowned speakers from Malaysia and abroad delivered keynote lectures on different topics. The conference also included Dental Technology Symposium featuring lectures and workshops by Mr. Robert Eberharter (Austria), Mr. Mansor bin Arshad (Malaysia), and Dr. Mark Anthony G. Kobayashi (Philippines).

Prof. Dr. Phrabakaran, renowned dental radiologist in Malaysia and Head of MAHSA’s Department of Oral Biology delivered a keynote lecture to a full house on CBCT Imaging - What to Watch Out For? while Dr. Padmini Hari, periodontist and year 4 coordinator of MAHSA’s Faculty of Dentistry, talked about integrating periodontics knowledge to other branches of dentistry.

In his lecture on Dental Technologists on Innovations in Dentistry - Are you ready?, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Santhosh Kotian, MAHSA’s Head of Department of Prosthodontics; stressed the need for dental technologists to embrace recent advances in their laboratory setups. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kranthi Raja Kacharaju received positive feedback from participants on his workshop about managing complex endodontic cases.

Students benefited from the productive conference and workshops. The year 3, 4 and 5 students who volunteered to organise the scientific conference also expressed delight in gaining experience organizing events and honing their management skills in the process.

More than 1000 delegates and visitors attended the well-received event. 94 booths, including 54 international exhibitors, showcased the latest dental materials, products and technology. This accomplishment showed the experience and capability of MAHSA’s Faculty of Dentistry.

Through this conference, MAHSA staff and students had the opportunity to network with professionals all over the world.

MAHSA Engineering Gears Up for Industry 4.0

Published on: 13-07-2018

With automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies as the current trend, Industry 4.0 is reshaping the way we manufacture goods and the way we work. As the world enters the latest industrial revolution that is Industry 4.0, there is a need for individuals to adapt to this change and be prepared for their future career.

MAHSA UNIVERSITY recognises its importance. On 2 May 2018, MAHSA’s Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with three establishments: Project Management Institute, Malaysia Chapter (PMIMY), Iconix Consulting Sdn. Bhd. and MS Compost Sdn Bhd.

Also present at the signing ceremony were MAHSA UNIVERSITY’s academic staff and management team: Vice Chancellor, Professor Dato’ Dr. Khairul Anuar bin Abdullah; Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs & Corporate Services), Ms Stella Lau Kah Wai; and Dean of Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Leong Wai Yie.

The purpose of the MOU is to establish collaboration with industry leaders in science and technology. MAHSA aims to produce highly-skilled individuals who are able to meet the needs of the industry.

The president of its Malaysia Chapter, Mr. Krishnan J. Srinivasan, assured that PMIMY will work closely with MAHSA through research projects, symposiums and surveys as well as share information through publications and work sessions. PMIMY’s treasurer, Mr. Khairul Anuar bin Mohd. Saffian, was also present at the event. PMI is the world’s largest non-profit professional membership association for the project management profession.

MAHSA will be receiving five units of IoT (Internet of Things) devices from the Managing Director of Iconix Consulting Sdn. Bhd., Puan Masliza Osman, who is accompanied by the Principal Consultant, Dr. Tan Su Wei and Technical Specialist, Mr. Kenneth Wong. These donated devices will be placed in the Embedded System Laboratory. MAHSA students will benefit from learning this technology.

The Managing Director of MS Compost, Mr. Mahathevan S. Arumugam, highlighted that the company will embark on a research collaboration with MAHSA for wastage and green environment technologies in multi-industrial sectors. The equipment for the research and its laboratory will be set up at the university.

MAHSA UNIVERSITY strives to develop its students into highly-demanded professionals through research and innovation opportunities at all levels.

Digital Radiography, the Future of Medical Imaging

Published on: 28-06-2018

With its wondrous ability to reveal accurate visuals of diseases in mere seconds, digital radiography (DR) is fast replacing traditional X-Ray imaging. Not only does it save time and improve accuracy, DR also reduces radiation exposure, making it safer for patients. It is for these reasons that DR is the future of medical imaging technology.

MAHSA’s Medical Imaging Department (MID) strives to produce highly-skilled radiographers who can contribute to medical institutions everywhere. In view of this, the department from MAHSA’s Faculty of Health and Sports Sciences organised a two-day seminar on digital radiography on 27 and 28 April at MAHSA University.

Dr. Bidi Bin Ab Hamid from the Radiation Monitoring and Control Division of the Ministry of Health gave a lively interactive presentation on radiation protection in digital radiography.

All guest speakers had ten to thirty years of working experience in their respective fields. The experts presenting that day were:

• Mr Jimmy Lim and Mr KL Chan (Fujifilm Malaysia) - CR & DR technology and image processing.
• Mr Rockey Tang (Angel Co Shenzhen, China) - dynamic DR
• Ms Pauh (Canon Toshiba Medical Informatics) - PACS, DICOM, HL7 and Teleradiography
• Mr Rosdi (LAC) - digital radiography department setup & showcasing of Samsung Medical System
• Ms Kahdijah Ramli (University Malaya) - ways to utilise exposure indexes to reduce patient radiation doses and digital radiographic image quality and artifacts
• Dr Bidi Bin Ab Hamid (Radiation Monitoring and Control Division, Ministry of Health) - radiation protection in digital radiography
• Madam Chan Lai Kuan (HOD, MI Department) - reject analysis, quality control and role of radiographers in digital radiography

More than 130 attended the seminar. The participants consisted of clinical preceptors, qualified radiographers, lecturers and radiography students.

MAHSA students spent two productive days gaining valuable insights from key players in the industry and networking with the relevant technology suppliers. They also learned to make comparisons between various systems in the market.

The comprehensive programme included a total of fourteen lectures covering the basic principles of CR & DR, image acquisition and processing, the latest equipment, medical information, radiation doses and protection as well as quality control.

MAHSA Students Shine at Engineering Competition

Published on: 28-06-2018

First-year students from MAHSA’s Diploma in Civil Engineering programme were the second runner-up in the National Tower Crane Building Competition organised by Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP). The intervarsity contest was held in conjunction with Engineering Week 2018, an event supported by the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM).

Led by Madam Syazana from MAHSA’s Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, the team consisted of five students: Su Yong Howe, Muhammad Alif Nordin, Siti Nur Hidayah Jamaluddin, Mohammad Shamir Zain and Muhammad Syazani Suhaimee.

The first-year diploma students took up the challenge despite knowing they would be competing against degree students. They built a lightweight and structurally sound model that would be strong enough to hold the maximum required load.

The team from MAHSA explained that they had to innovate to create the best structural arrangement in accordance with strict contest rules and design guidelines. With the support of their lecturers, the students built several models and conducted multiple testing on the structures.

The participants were elated that their model had outperformed the other 43 designs in terms of structural performance, cost efficiency, design creativity and tidiness. They expressed their gratitude to their MAHSA advisors, Madam Syazana, Dr. Nurul Huda and Associate Professor Khairul for their guidance. The students jested that they were attracted by the award but added it was their lecturers’ continuous support that motivated them to do their best. The team received a RM400 cash reward for their innovative design.

The overall process simulated real-world engineering issues such as solving spatial constraints and fabrication processes as well as project management and teamwork efficacy. The civil engineering students were able to apply classroom knowledge into practical tasks. This reflects on the dedication and expertise of MAHSA’s educators in producing high-quality, competent students.

Engineer an Electrifying Future with MAHSA

Published on: 28-06-2018

MAHSA’s Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering degree programme has been fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council (EAC).

EAC is the only recognized accrediting body for engineering degree programmes in Malaysia. Endorsed by the EAC and MQA, MAHSA’s Electrical & Electronics Engineering degree programme will give assurance to prospective employers on the quality of MAHSA’s graduates.

The programme also meets the Washington Accord standard of engineering. This means graduates of the degree programme can practice engineering in countries covered by the accord. The 19 signatories include Australia, Canada, China, Japan, Korea, United States, United Kingdom, etc.

Having an EAC-accredited qualification also meant that MAHSA graduates are able to register with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) to practice engineering in Malaysia. They can also join the Public Service Department (JPA) with MAHSA’s Electrical & Electronics Engineering degree programme.

Prior to the accreditation, the panel paid a visit to MAHSA’s Bandar Saujana Putra. MAHSA’s curriculum and facilities were evaluated in accordance with EAC’s strict criteria. Staff and students also underwent thorough assessment via interviews and dialogue with industry stakeholders.

EAC and MQA’s recognition on the programme meant that MAHSA University delivers quality engineering education and produces highly-competent graduates.

MAHSA's MBBS Granted Recognition by Sri Lanka Medical Council

Published on: 28-06-2018

MAHSA University is pleased to announce that its Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme has received a five-year recognition from the Sri Lankan Medical Council (SLMC). The recognition runs from 2018 to 2023 and is expected to attract more students from Sri Lanka. This recognition will enable students with MAHSA qualifications to provide professional services in their own country.

Dean of Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Science, Professor Dato' Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy, explained that the recognition by SLMC was indeed another proud moment for the faculty, who participated in the rigorous assessments that included site visits as well as interviews with students and faculty members.

There are currently 120 international students enrolled in this programme under the Faculty of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Two of them are from Sri Lanka while most come from Thailand and India.

Other than the SLMC, MAHSA’s MBBS programme is also recognised by the Medical Council of Thailand and Medical Council of India, both of which allow students to sit for the entrance examinations in their respective countries after graduation.

Besides Thailand and India, MAHSA’s graduates also work in Maldives, Bangladesh and even in countries as far as Nigeria, Tanzania, Kenya and Mauritius.

MAHSA University’s growing success in gaining recognitions from numerous medical councils from abroad shows that its Faculty of Medicine can now be benchmarked against established peers in the region. This is a feat the university can truly be proud of and it will definitely be added to one of MAHSA’s many list of achievements.

MAHSA’s Midwifery Student Delivers Distinction

Published on: 28-06-2018

A student from MAHSA’s Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery (FONM) achieved distinction in her Midwifery Specialisation (Part 1) Licensure Examination. Ms. Kamala A/P Lathumanan joined MAHSA’s Advance Diploma in Midwifery in April 2017 and took the exam on 11 April 2018. She was a staff nurse at Kelana Jaya Medical Center (KJMC). There were also fifteen other students from the faculty who sat for the examination and passed.

MAHSA’s FONM has an outstanding track record of students achieving great results in the examination set by the Midwives Board Malaysia. The faculty has produced 97 nurse-midwives since the programme was introduced in 2011. There were three who obtained distinctions in the programme: Ms. Loo Yong Chyi (10 September 2014 Exam), Pn. Norliza Binti Abu Bakar (10 September 2014 Exam) and Pn. Siti Noorsahara Binti Hussin (31 March 2015 Exam).

Those who have completed MAHSA’s Advanced Diploma in Midwifery will be qualified to sit for the licensure examination. Successful candidates will then be certified by the Midwifery Board Malaysia and graduate as State Registered Nurse and Midwife. This qualification is recognized by the Ministry of Health Malaysia.

International students from the Philippines, Kenya and Somalia also took the Advanced Diploma. Many have graduated from this programme and secured high positions in their respective nursing departments.

These success stories are a testament to MAHSA University’s commitment to be the centre of excellence on Higher Education in the region.

Group photo of Midwifery Nursing students (cohort April 2017) with their lecturer and clinical instructor at MAHSA University

Front row: Nor Hidayah Noordin, Norhayati Hamid, Fatin Nadia Rahinon

Middle row: Fatihah Abd Karim, Christine Irudayasu, Assoc. Prof. Norehan Binti Mohd Isa, Ms Adiletchimi M, Kamala Lathumanan

Back row: Nor Hasimah Ibrahim, Naemah Anwar, Nurhidayatul Akmal Mohd Nafiah, Sity Mastura Zakaria, Nurul Izzati Idris, Nur Syahida Jasmin, Nuramalina Zulkhafeli, Haniza Ramlee.

Never Too Late - The Experiential Learning Pathway

Published on: 28-06-2018

The Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) is an alternate pathway to obtaining a university qualification.

Knowledge and skills can be gained through work experience. These experiences are then converted into academic credits via APEL. Working adults who had obtained enough credits will be able to receive a more accelerated and flexible tertiary education.

To fulfill MAHSA’s entry requirements, the student must:

• be a Malaysian
• be at least 30 years of age in the year of application
• have a minimum qualification of STPM, Diploma or equivalent
• have relevant work experience

The first intake of APEL students were successfully recruited in January 2018 at MAHSA University. MAHSA UNIVERSITY is proud to welcome 58 students to their Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA) programme and 19, to their Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme.

MAHSA utilises the ‘blended-learning’ mode where APEL students enjoy flexible learning process through:

• Face-to-Face Interaction (F2F)
• Online Interaction via Learning Management System
• ‘Pre-Workshop Questions’ where students review lessons before classes to have more time doing hands-on activities under the lecturer’s guidance

For each module offered in a semester (14 weeks), there will be F2F learning sessions followed by tutorial sessions on a monthly basis to guide students in their assignments and pre-final exam questions.

All the assignment and case study analysis questions are designed to integrate the students’ work experience with the theoretical knowledge they had learned in formal setting. They will learn to define problems and provide solutions to others in their fields.

Besides formal learning, MAHSA had also arranged industrial guest lectures, which is in line with industrial requirements, as well as organised research methodology workshops to help students improve on their research skills for their Final Year Project (FYP).

Mr. Sivagnanakumaran, Head of Postgraduate Department of the Faculty of Business, Finance and Hospitality commended Malaysians for their eagerness to equip themselves with knowledge and added how proud he is to make higher education more accessible to all.

With MAHSA UNIVERSITY’S Flexible Learning Mode, working adults with hectic lifestyles and busy schedules can finally achieve their learning goals and have better work opportunities.

MAHSA’s Dean of Nursing leads the way in TN50 Conference.

Published on: 30-05-2018

Assoc. Prof Zahrah Saad, Dean Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery at MAHSA University was a prominent speaker at a conference in Melaka recently. Putra Specialist Hospital, Melaka organised the conference, themed ‘Nursing: The Next Frontier towards TN50' held at Swiss Garden Hotel & Residences on 6 & 7 April 2018. Datuk Dr Ghazali Bin Othman, Pengarah Kesihatan Negeri Melaka, officiated the conference where more than 200 nurses attended.

Transformasi Nasional 2050 or TN50 is an initiative to plan for the future of Malaysia in the period 2020 to 2050. From the vision of becoming a developed nation, we should strive to be amongst the top countries in the world in economic development, citizen well-being, and innovation. Assoc. Prof Zahrah’s challenged nurses to be ready to face the next 30 years. The world in 2050 will be much different from the world today. She said that this objective needs to be fleshed out and given meaning by Malaysian citizens themselves. She said that all Malaysians must let their voices be heard, share their views and ideas, and jointly set our objectives for the nation's future.

Assoc. Prof Zahrah joined other distinguished speakers, Prof Siti Rabhikhatun, Dr Rashidah and Dr Aini Ahmad at an Open Forum themed 'Future Development of Nursing in Malaysia' moderated by Mr Soong Chong Seng, Chief Clinical Officer, PSHMSB and Pn Siti Fatimah Md Shariff, Senior Lecturer, KUIM on 07 April 2018.

MAHSA International Conference on Manual Therapy 2018

Published on: 30-05-2018

The International Conference on Manual Therapy organized by the Physiotherapy Department of MAHSA University held on 5 & 6 May 2018 at Saujana Putra Campus was a resounding success. The first of such conference in Malaysia, it highlighted the latest treatment techniques which will be beneficial to the clinicians, academicians and students of physiotherapy.100 physiotherapists, 176 physiotherapy students and lecturers attended the conference and two pre-conference workshops on manual therapy techniques and a post conference workshop on pain.

There are two keynotes, four plenary sessions and four symposiums presented by esteemed speakers as well as 8 free paper presentations.

The Chair of the conference and also the Dean of the Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences Associate Professor Chan Sook Chin, in her welcome speech emphasized that manual therapy is one of the specialized hands – on techniques to reduce pain and improve a patient’s functional ability. It is the main scope of practice in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and its clinical outcomes depend on strong evidence and clinical reasoning. Physiotherapists had greatly contributed to the development of manual therapy approaches and techniques.

The opening address was made by Prof. Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Hj. Mohamed Haniffa bin Hj. Abdullah. He stated that the increase in public awareness of physiotherapy is due to the establishment of private education in physiotherapy. Physiotherapy was once associated only with massage therapy. He was pleased to recognize many MAHSA University alumni attending the conference as part of their Continuous Professional Development. He reiterated the physiotherapists play an important role as healthcare providers.

The invited speakers are experts in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and manual therapy. Dr. Steve Milanese, Director of International Center for Allied Health Evidence, Sansom Institute and the Programme the Director of Health Sciences from University of South Australia who has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications in the areas of ergonomics, evidence-based practice, manual therapy and health care. He presented the keynote on “The history, practice, and evidence in manual therapy'', he highlighted how manual therapy evolved over the centuries, the birth of International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (IFOMT) and the paradigm shift towards Evidence-Based Practice Model.

Professor Dr. Helen Slater, a prominent speaker is the clinical researcher from Curtin University also a dedicated enthusiast in the field of musculoskeletal pain recognized both nationally and internationally across government sectors, professional bodies, health industries, consumer bodies and not-for-profit organizations. Her keynote address is Moving evidence into the assessment and management of musculoskeletal pain: real-world applications' The emphasis was given on health and economic challenges of persistent pain, individualized targeted ‘right care’, models of care and translating policy into practice.

Two other invited international speakers are Dr. Nagarajan from Australia and Dr Subhash Khatri from India. Dr Nagarajan, a researcher and musculoskeletal and sport physiotherapist has conducted many workshops and symposiums in Malaysia, India, Hong Kong and Papua New Guinea, contributing greatly towards evidence based practice in physiotherapy profession. He spoke in the plenary session on Neuro-muscular therapy and motor control approaches in manual therapy practice and in the symposium he presented an interesting paper on sensorimotor characteristics of tennis elbow: implication to physiotherapy practice. Dr. Subhash Khatri, a pioneer in the field of Manual Therapy with his significant contributions over the years, he has 55 research publications in National and 14 in international journals. He has strong fundamental views on foundation and authored books on physiotherapy and electrotherapy. He spoke on the Combined Assessment and treatment of spine and presented in the symposium he presented the Manual techniques of the shoulder.

The other two speakers are Dr. Mary Cardosa, an anaesthesiologist who has developed clinical services, health workforce education and pain research in Malaysia presented many useful facts on the chronic pain and the problems identified with the establishment of Chronic pain programme in Malaysia. Dr. Low Soo Fin who is a Radiologist in the Imaging Department of KLSMC, Malaysia shared many MRI images of lesions in the knee and spine and how the radiological findings are interpreted. The information given provided participants an understanding of the conditions and injuries.

There were 33 participants from various hospitals and clinics within Malaysia and one international participant from Japan attended the Pre-conference workshop 1 on "Advanced Manual Therapy Assessment and Treatment using Maitland – Based approach including Neurodynamic Testing" conducted by Dr. Steve Milanese. The prime focus of this workshop was on Maitland’s concept and Neurodynamics in managing spinal problems. There was a good level of interaction between participants and instructor throughout the session. All participants had an opportunity to experience their acquired skill with appropriate feedback from the instructor.

A total of 8 paper presentations from international and local academicians. Various studies on musculoskeletal problems were presented and the best presentation was awarded to Mr. Sim Yuet Yu. The title of the paper is Knowledge and practice of Manual Therapy among physiotherapists in Malaysia. This conference has encouraged the lecturers to develop interest to conduct more research in the future.

Pre-conference workshop 2 on "Integrated approach to motor control training for non-specific lumbopelvic pain and posterior pelvic pain.” was conducted by Dr. Nagarajan Manickaraj attended by 34 participants from various hospitals and clinics within Malaysia. The hands-on integrated approach includes Positional release therapy, Muscle energy techniques, Myofascial release techniques and Taping with some theory introduced in the beginning; there was a good level of interaction between participants and Instructor throughout the session. Instructor shared some case studies and his experiences during the session. The workshop provided new insight for all the participants to approach the cases with differential diagnosis and management of mechanical low back pain and posterior pelvic pain.

The post-conference workshop was conducted by Prof. Dr.Helen Slater on "Driving evidence into meaningful real-world practice to improve musculoskeletal pain outcomes". The main focus of the workshop is on making sense of pain, understanding different types of pain and persistent pain. Complex musculoskeletal pain cases were analysed and discussed based on a conceptual framework and current pain signs. The emphasis given to participants that they are able to develop the ability to assess and treat patients to ensure good clinical outcomes. The workshop was interactive with case discussions and hands-on demonstrations.

Altogether there are 18 sponsors for the Conference, 9 had put up exhibition booths. The companies were suppliers of physiotherapy equipment, pain relief modalities, supports and aids for joints and others. The feedback given from the companies is good. They were very satisfied with the patronage and the exposure of the exhibition booths. Biofit Technology and Services and Innomed Sdn Bhd were two Premium Sponsors.

Student Mobility Programme with Airlangga University, Indonesia

Published on: 30-05-2018

Five Students from MAHSA University’s Doctor of Dental Surgery programme participated in the Student Mobility program with Airlangga University, Indonesia from 5th – 18th March 2018.

Universitas Airlangga is the second-oldest university in Indonesia located in Surabaya, East Java. It was founded in 1948 as a distant branch of the University of Indonesia, dating back to 1913. Airlangga was the top university regarding "Citations per paper" based on the QS Asian University Ranking 2014. According to the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities 2011, it took the 4th place in Indonesia and 22nd in the Southeast Asia region.

The 14-day Airlangga Short-Term Study Program has been designed to promote international learning experience amongst students, as well as to foster positive and healthy relationships and collaborations amongst the universities in Asia.

During this program, Associate Professor Dr Prathap accompanied the students for the first two days and delivered guest lectures to the undergraduate and postgraduate students in the field of Orthodontics. Our students had the opportunity to attend conferences, laboratory courses, skills training through hands-on activities and close observations on clinical treatments carried out at Airlangga Dental Hospital. They were also involved with the local community in volunteer works to create a positive impact on the society. Of course, sightseeing and cultural activities were part of the experience too.

MAHSA Engineering Teams Shine at 2018 International Engineering Invention and Innovation Exhibition (I-ENVEX)

Published on: 30-05-2018

The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology is delighted to announce that our two teams, which represented MAHSA University under Class E: I.C.T, Multimedia & Telecommunications, Electricity and Electronics at the International Engineering Invention and Innovation Exhibition (i-ENVEX), proudly took two silver medals home. The event was held on the 13th to 15th April 2018 at Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP).

I-ENVEX is a premier international exhibition with the objective to encourage young innovators, engineers, and students to get involved in research and educational debates and to provide them with a platform to showcase their inventions. In this year’s event, 408 products were presented by 163 high school students, 92 UniMAP participants, 72 local students from Malaysian institutions and 81 international students from 16 countries such as India, South Korea, South East Asia, Canada, Romania, and The United States.

Two months before the exhibition, both teams started to research the current market products to identify their drawbacks and limitations by reading journals and company websites. They aimed to invent and patent a competitive product to fill the gap in the market and meet customers’ needs. After thorough research, each team chose a commercial project category and drew up the details and benefits of the product which were going to be prototyped. Using various software and applying a trial and error approach, electrical simulation diagrams were drawn, and the best one was selected. Using the same approach the programming of the products was tested. It was a time-consuming process as the students had to ensure a well-programmed circuit was produced. After one and half a months of hard work, the fabrication of the actual products started. With limited time and resources, both teams managed to complete the project with the support of internal and external sponsors.

The first project entitled Intelligent Wheelchair Control Using Speech Recognition System for Disabled Patients was invented by Naechitra Jothi (4th year) and Tahirrih Sebastian (3rd year). The leader of the team was Nik Nur Zuliyana.

Fire Fighting Robot was the second project invented by Tjong Tze Jiet (4th year), Lim Zhen Mao (4th year), and Lim Wai Ki (3rd year). Siti Afifah did a great job leading and supervising the team. After a long 11-hour journey from MAHSA University, Saujana Putra Campus to UniMAP, Perlis, the students finally presented the end products. It was worth every minute of it as the teams proudly witnessed how amazed the judges and other participants had become with their inventions. They were humbled by the positive feedback they received from the audience.

Participating in I-ENVEX, not only the gave the students the chance to showcase their inventions, but also presented them with an opportunity to exchange ideas with national and international researchers and inventors.

For Students, By Students! MAHSA’s Faculty of Medicine at AMEA 2017 Hong Kong

Published on: 30-05-2018

A delegation of four senior medical students were invited to participate in the Poster Exhibition at the 9th AMEA Symposium cum Frontiers in Medical and Health Sciences Education 2017. The event was hosted by The Hong Kong University on 14 – 16 December 2017.

Established in 2001, AMEA is the association of Asian medical schools with its secretariat in the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine. This years’ event coincided with the 130th anniversary of the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. The theme of the symposium was "Preparing Healthcare Learners for a Changing World."

MAHSA University Faculty of Medicine published its first student magazine called ‘An Initiation of The Faculty Magazine, Under the White Coat’ in May 2017. What’s interesting about this magazine is that it is entirely written, edited and run by a students' editorial committee. Incidentally, the magazine has continued to grow from strength to strength and its third online issue has recently been published.

MAHSA students’ poster presentation was a narrative portraying the healthy blend of local and international students in the faculty and presenting students’ experience. The Faculty of Medicine, MAHSA University was represented by:

1. Nakorn Nuntasuakasame
2. Alvin Chai Chung Liang
3. Chong Chai Wen
4. Thanet Narula

Apart from the students’ exposure to new perspectives in an international arena, networking with the medical students of The Hong Kong University, the students represented MAHSA at Asian Medical Students’ Association Hong Kong (AMSAHK), a body which brings together the medical students from across Asia. The experience of networking with the doctors and students from participating universities enlightened our students.

Being part of an international conference, held in one of the oldest and leading medical schools in Asia and the world was a dream come true for the students. Even though young, this exposure gave the students confidence that with dedication and perseverance we know in them, the sky is their limit.

Please check out the magazine at https://www.facebook.com/underthewhitecoat/.

MAHSA University’s Distinguished Lecture Series 2018

Published on: 17-05-2018

MAHSA University held another of their Distinguished Lecture Series 2018 on Friday 11th May at 3.00 pm in the Auditorium at their Bandar Saujana Putra Campus. The lecture, entitled “Swimming Against The Tide – From Laparascopy To Robotic Surgery”, was presented by Professor Dr C Palanivelu, Gastroenterology & Laparoscopic Surgeon of GEM Hospital & Research Centre in Coimbatore, India.

Two hundred and thirty attentive participants comprising academicians, faculty members and students packed the auditorium to full capacity despite the day being an unexpected public holiday in Malaysia. The Pro-Chancellor and Executive Chairman, Professor Tan Sri Datuk Dr Haniffa bin Abdullah, introduced the speaker who has had a very illustrious career. Professor Dr C Palanivelu actually grew up on an estate in Malaysia and fought against all odds to acquire his education in the medical field. He is now an accomplished laparoscopic surgeon and has been awarded numerous national and international awards.

Professor Dr Palanivelu enthralled the audience with the real-life story of his accomplishments and his foray from laparoscopic surgery to robotic surgery. He talked of his experience in using laparoscopic surgery in performing bariatric procedures to manage diabetic patients. He has also successfully managed many cancer patients and advocated the use of the laparoscope for more complete excision of tumour tissue. The talk elicited a lot of questions from the audience

MAHSA University’s Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) is a forum through which eminent scholars, thinkers and world leaders speak on important issues in the arts and sciences of Medicine or in some other field of contemporary importance in an effort to enrich the academic field, institution and the community. The DLS hopes to provide visionary perspectives with the underlying philosophy of “leader leads leader”, to provide an opportunity for the academic staff to interact and update the community on current developments, and to improve the networking of the Faculty of Medicine in particular and the University in general. Professor Dr C Palanivelu was a worthy participant in this series as he is an acknowledged world authority in laparoscopic surgery.

At the end of the lecture, Professor Dato’ Dr Ravindran Jegasothy, MAHSA University’s Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, delivered the vote of thanks. He thanked Dr Palanivelu for motivating the students and being a good role model to ensure that they excel in Medicine. The event ended with a presentation of a token of appreciation.

MAHSA's Dean of Engineering and Information Technology Shines with Two Awards

Published on: 27-04-2018

MAHSA University proudly congratulates Associate Professor Ir. Dr. Leong Wai Yie, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, on winning two very prestigious rewards. She received the Venus International Women’s “Outstanding Award” for her specialisation in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the Venus International Foundation of India, and the “IEM Woman Engineer Award 2018” by the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM).

Ir. Dr. Leong was conferred the Venus International Foundation of India “Outstanding Award” at the Radha Regent Hotel in Chennai, India on 17th March 2018, and the IEM Woman Engineer Award 2018 at an award ceremony held at Wisma IEM, Petaling Jaya on 21st April 2018.

The Venus International Women’s “Outstanding Award” recognises inspirational and talented women who have demonstrated excellence in their respective disciplines, while the IEM Woman Engineer Award acknowledges engineers who have made exceptional contributions to the engineering profession and shown outstanding achievement in the field in Malaysia.

MAHSA University commends Associate Professor Leong for her success, for being a respected leader in her field, and for being a worthy inspiration and mentor not only to MAHSA’s engineering students, but to all students at MAHSA.

National Dental Intervarsity Games (DIVG) 2018

MAHSA University congratulates the winners who brought home two golds, three silvers and three bronzes in the National Dental Intervarsity Games NDIVG 2018 held on the 8th and 9th of April 2018 at Universiti Teknologi MARA’s Puncak Alam Campus.

The winners of the gold medals were:

1. Badminton Men's Singles:
1. Ee Zheng Lai
2. Basketball Women’s:
1. Tracy Lau Hu Yi
2. Farah Najwa Bt Abdul Fithir
3. Ng Khai Ling
4. Nurshafiqah Bt Shariffudin
5. Lau Xi Lyng
6. Hurin Aini Bt Ahmad Nordin
7. Nur Aimi Minirah Bt Aziz
8. Teoh Cha Yee
9. Apphia Ooi Nei Shuen
10. Lee Zi Thing
11. Sharon Selva Kumar

The winners of the silver medals were:

1. Badminton Women’s Singles:
1. Lydia Sim Jia Yen
2. Table Tennis Women’s Singles:
1. Stephanie Seah Yixin
3. Netball Women’s:
1. Tripthpal Kaur A/P Jasmindar Singh
2. Shahirah Bt Mohd Yunos
3. Nur Najihah Bt Mohd Bashaabidin
4. Samantha Idang Luhat
5. Fatin Bt Mohd Zaidi
6. Nur Nabila Hayati Bt Shushilil Azam
7. Nurfatin Afiqah Bt Mat Jin
8. Adeline Wong Pe Wern
9. Alyssa Wong Mae Sum

The winners of the bronze medals were:

1. Tennis Women’s Singles:
1. Tan Yao Mei
2. Chess:
1. Kung Kah Heng
2. Kung Soon Heng
3. Peter Kalinga
4. Sheryl Teo Jing Ming
5. Damalis Poon Yuin Yieng
3. Dental Run 5k Group:
1. Wong Hong Zhang (5th)
2. Sebastian Yung Kah Weng
3. Jedd Howell Bidin (6th)
4. Raphael Lim Zi Sheng
5. Zainal Imam Bin Abdul Malek
6. Liew Yi Ning
7. Low Mei Ying (16th)
8. Tan Guan Chun (14th)
9. Tan Yao Mei
10. Stephanie Seah Yixin
11. Putri Syazliqa Affea Bt Sirajuddin (4th)

MAHSA University is proud of these achievements that go to show that here at MAHSA, we always try to Be More.

MAHSA University signs MoUs with AbbVie, Nova Laboratories and Vitacare Pharmacy

MAHSA University today held a Memorandum of Understanding Signing Ceremony with three pharmaceutical companies: AbbVie, Nova Laboratories and Vitacare Pharmacy to foster stronger collaboration between the university and the pharmaceutical industry.

MAHSA University’s Faculty of Pharmacy offers post-graduate studies, namely the PhD in Pharmacy and the Master of Pharmacy, and undergraduate studies which are the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) and Diploma in Pharmacy programmes. The faculty also boasts fifteen teaching and research laboratories, of which thirteen are certified by the Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), reflecting the faculty’s commitment to quality. To ensure that graduates have adequate clinical training, the university has an agreement with the Ministry of Health Malaysia to send diploma and bachelor’s degree students to any of the thirty Ministry of Health hospitals and the eighteen Malaysian hospitals. Equally important are the Bachelor of Pharmacy students’ placements in community pharmacies and industrial pharmacies.

“With the signing of the memorandums, MAHSA graduates of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) will have the opportunity to undergo one year training as a Provisionally Registered Pharmacist (PRP) at Nova Laboratories and Vitacare Pharmacy, which are both recognized by the Pharmacy Board Malaysia as private sector premises”, explained Professor Dr. Munavvar Zubaid bin Abdul Sattar.

An Interview with Dr. Pauraj Ponnaiah - Head, Department of Biomedical Science

Biomedical Science, simply put, is the study of human health and disease. This programme is taught by biomedical scientists and researchers, giving students the skills required to investigate diseases and develop future diagnostic tools.

In recent years, Biomedical Science has seen a sharp increase of interest from potential students and parents, seeking for niche areas in medical and health sciences.

MAHSA ACE Scholars caught up with Dr. Paulraj Ponnaiah, Head, Department of Biomedical Science from the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in MAHSA University.

Tell us about yourself.

I am a microbiologist. I did my Masters and PhD in microbiology, completed State Level Educational Test (SLET) lectureship for microbiology and also National Eligibility Test (NET) for life sciences. I had a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in microbiology for five years. I also did extensive research in cyanobacteria, and the purpose of that research was to replace non-degradable plastic into degradable plastic. It is actually a renewable source because the cyanobacteria would use carbon dioxide to produce bio-degradable plastic, reducing carbon dioxide content in our atmosphere and at the same time producing eco-friendly bio-degradable plastic for tissue implants. This is what I feel most passionate about. It is how the application of biomedical science can lead to the discovery of vital scientific developments and improving the lives of others.

Tell us about your family.

I have a young family. My wife is a dentist, and we have a two-year-old son. It may grow into a larger family soon, but for now, it is just the three of us.

What brought you to MAHSA University?

Originally I planned to go to Germany, but MAHSA University came calling. I was immediately drawn to MAHSA’s vision of being the best in the field of medical and health science. That was almost seven years ago. Since then, MAHSA has gone from strength to strength.

Nursing Internship in Korea

Congratulations to our MAHSA University Diploma in Nursing students who were selected as the first batch to undergo their internship in Korea. The eight students were in Korea for eleven weeks, from 1 December 2017 until 17 February 2018, in the Elderly Care Centre and Health Care Centre.

Prior to this very exciting trip, the students were given complimentary classes to learn the Korean language. These were all conducted by a Korean lecturer, here in MAHSA. Their air tickets to Korea were fully sponsored and they were also given a monthly allowance of approximately RM1000 each, including hostel and uniform provision. The students only had to prepare their visas and passports for their trip.

The purpose of this internship programme is for the students to gain more experience abroad. The students indeed acquired different skills, were exposed to the nursing norms of Korea and experienced the culture, food and winter in Korea.

The second group of students to go to Korea are currently learning the language and are all excited to go. Let’s wish them all the best. 항상 화이팅!

Winds of Change : An interview with the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, MAHSA University

Professor Dr. Munavvar Zubaid bin Abdul Sattar took over as Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy of MAHSA University on 22 April 2017. The professor was previously the Dean of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). MAHSA Scholars caught up with him recently.

What inspired you to pursue a career in Pharmacy?

Back then, very few students chose pharmacy. USM was the only institution. I was also offered a place in the Bachelor of Medicine but I saw a better future in pharmacy. I therefore enrolled in and obtained my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from USM and my PhD from the Medical School, University of Birmingham, England.

Tell us about your family.

I am married and we have a daughter who is now a medical doctor in Selayang Hospital.

Tell us about the early years in your career.

After graduating with the Bachelor of Pharmacy, I began my career at the Kuala Terengganu Hospital as a hospital pharmacist. Two years later, I was offered the chance to pursue the Master of Pharmacy by research and I completed this in a record time of one and a half years. That was practically unheard of. While I was undertaking my Master’s degree, I worked as a graduate assistant and research officer, assisting in the teaching of Pharmacy students. I definitely had my hands full. Upon obtaining the MSc, I was appointed as a lecturer at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at USM.

Later, I went on to do my PhD at the University of Birmingham, England. I am always thankful for this opportunity to do the PhD. The findings from my PhD research were one of the first in the world to pinpoint the role of the subtypes of alpha adrenoceptors in the regulation of kidney function in various pathological states. This helped develop newer approaches in the treatment of hypertension.

Upon returning to Malaysia, I was then appointed Associate Professor and Head of Physiology at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM, and later promoted to Professor.

MAHSA UNIVERSITY Wins Four Awards at the Malaysia Technology EXPO (MTE) 2018

Since its beginnings in 2001, the Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) has grown to become one of the region’s most recognized international invention fairs. The MTE 2018 three-day exhibition held at the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur (22-24 Feb 2018) is the 17th edition of this prestigious event and showcased 500+ exhibits. More than 16 countries participitated in this year’s edition, including Australia, Bangladesh, Croatia, Egypt, Germany, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, South Korea, Japan, Pakistan, Singapore, Taiwan and the UK.

Themed “Asia’s Inventions and Innovations Marketplace”, MTE2018 provided the ideal venue for inventors, designers and entrepreneurs to showcase their latest inventions, ideas, prototypes, products and designs to investors, manufacturers, distributors and marketers in Asia and beyond who are seeking new ideas to work on, making it the ideal platform for technological commercialization and collaboration.

Under the patronage of Professor Dato' Dr. Ravindran Jegasothy, Dean Faculty of Medicine, MAHSA University, Prof. Dr Muhammad Iftikhar Hanif from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery led his team and presented 3 projects. “MedHut” (Digital Library of Medical Apps with build-in MAP Index), “EduQR” (QR Code based teaching & learning system based on gamification & Colour Coding) and “PokeMed” (Teaching & Learning method for medical professionals based upon Augmented Virtual Reality to promote healthy life styles by physical activities). They were presented with local and international collaborators, Dr. Osama & Dr. Asif from Rawalpindi Medical University Pakistan and Linta Iftikhar, Feras Iftikhar and Ifra Iftikhar from SMK & SK Seksyen 9, Shah Alam Selangor Malaysia.

“MedHut” was recognised with Best Innovation Award & Gold Medal and “PokeMed” & “EduQR” were awarded with 2 Bronze Medals along with certificate of appreciation on overall performance.

Congratulations to Prof. Dr Muhammad Iftikhar Hanif and the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

MAHSA University signs MOU with Kursk State Medical University

On Friday 23 February 2018, MAHSA University signed a Memorandum of Understanding Kursk State Medical University, Russia. Kursk State Medical University’s Rector, Professor Lazarenko Viktor Anatolovich signed the MOU for KSMU while Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dato’ Dr. Khairul Anuar bin Abdullah, signed for MAHSA University.

Established in 1935, Kursk State Medical University, Russia has over 6,400 Students and 650 Academic Staff, is recognized by WHO, GMC & other International Medical Boards, is one of the top 10 medical universities in Russia and one of the largest medical universities in Russia & Europe.

Under the MOU, it was agreed that MAHSA University and Kursk State Medical University will develop collaboration opportunities such as exchanges of students and study abroad programmes. Both universities will also endeavour to find opportunities for conducting collaborative research and development, for conducting lectures and seminars and organising symposia and conferences. There will be mutual exchanges of academic information and materials.

The first group of students from Kursk State Medical University under the student exchange programme is expected to arrive in September 2018.

Management of Chronic Kidney Disease in Malaysia. What Have We Achieved, What We Have Not.

MAHSA University held a special talk on the topic “Management of Chronic Disease in Malaysia – What We Have Achieved, What We Have Not” at the Auditorium of the Pharmacy Block of MAHSA’s Bandar Saujana Putra Campus on Wednesday 7 February 2018 from 3 pm to 4.30 pm. The special Guest Speaker was YBhg Professor Datuk Dr Ghazali Bin Ahmad, Senior Consultant and Head of Nephrology of Hospital Kuala Lumpur.

YBhg Professor Datuk Dr Ghazali said that renal transplantation began in 1975 in Malaysia, with the first kidney transplant performed at the Hospital Kuala Lumpur, involving a pair of live siblings. The chronic peritoneal dialysis programme began in 1987 to provide an alternative long-term renal replacement therapy with continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (APD).

Though limited initially in term of availability and accessibility, the number of patients treated with either PD or HD rose exponentially nationwide from the year 2000 onwards. A combination of better funding schemes offered by service providers involving the private and public sectors and NGOs increased awareness of the availability and benefits of treatment, which is more expensive and less effective than kidney transplantation.

Sadly, though, for every 100 new patients in Malaysia with kidney failure, only ninety-nine are treated with kidney dialysis, and only one has received a new kidney through a transplant. In Europe, North America and Australia, however, thirty to fifty percent of kidney patients have had kidney transplants while the rest are being treated with dialysis.

YBhg Professor Datuk Dr Ghazali said that the medical profession should focus on diminishing the incidence of non-communicable diseases through early detection and the optimization of care of patients in the hope of reducing CKD in Malaysia.

MAHSA University Signs MOU with the Embassy of the Arab Republic Of Syria

On the 26th January 2018, MAHSA University entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Embassy of the Arab Republic Of Syria for academic and research collaboration.

The MOU was signed by Professor Dato’ Dr. Khairul Anuar, Vice Chancellor of MAHSA University and His Excellency Mr Tamim Madani, Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Arab Republic Of Syria.

“We are very impressed with MAHSA University and we look forward to promote more study opportunities for students from Syria”, said His Excellency.

The delegation also toured the campus and the MAHSA International School.

MAHSA University Wins Pitch for Progress 2.0

Congratulations to the MAHSA teams who competed for the Pitch for Progress 2.0 An Education Revolution on 29th September – 1st October 2017. This event was organised by The organisation for National Empowerment (ONE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and Asia-Pacific University (APU).

The Pitch for Progress (PfP) 2.0 was all about the future of learning in Malaysia through futuristic learning. More than just a pitching competition, our students found themselves in workshops and sessions and coached by a team of young and talented individuals, on their persuasion and pitching skills. They gained a better understanding of the higher education and education technology landscape, and financial literacy with a hands-on financial simulation game.

In the preliminary round, 32 out of 56 teams were selected to advance to the next stage. Happily, all three MAHSA teams made it to this round.

MAHSA awards Certificate of Completion to Batch 6 of Doctor of Dental Surgery Programme

MAHSA University proudly awarded the Certificate of Completion to Batch 6 of our Doctor of Dental Surgery Programme at our Bandar Saujana Putra campus on Thursday 10 August 2017.

This was a momentous occasion honouring seventy-two students who had successfully completed the programme that commenced in 2012, including four Merit Prize Awards and one Dean’s List. In a moving speech, MAHSA’s Pro- Chancellor, Professor Tan Sri Datuk Dr Hj Mohamed Haniffa thanked all the students for having suffered the university’s move from the old campus to the new one, that despite all the technical and practical difficulties, the students prevailed and succeeded. Tan Sri advised the students not to chase after fame and money, but to have the fire and passion to pursue what is right, adding that fame and money would follow.

Conferment of Certificate of Completion: MBBS Batch 4 2012/2017

On 2nd of August, MAHSA University conferred certificates of completion to 158 graduands of Batch 4 2012/2017 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).

In his congratulatory speech, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Science, Professor Dato’ Ravindran Jegasothy, credited the future doctors for their outstanding results. He announced that this year’s results were the best for MBBS, with the highest passing rate of 98.5%. Three graduands, Aishah AR. Redha binti Che Amin Farid, Jasvinder Kaur A/P Baljeet Singh and Pearly Ng passed with distinction. The hall thundered with applause as graduands, parents and lecturers cheered.

The Medical Council of Thailand visits MAHSA University

MAHSA University today welcomed representatives from the Medical Council of Thailand, Professor Dr. Prasobsri Ungthavorn and Associate Professor Dr. Waraporn Eoaskoon.

MAHSA University’s Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme is internationally accredited by the Asia Pacific Consortium of Public Health, Brunei Medical Council, Maldives Medical Council, Indian Medical Council and the Medical Council of Thailand. The MBBS programme is also listed in the FAIMER World Directory of Medical Schools.

MAHSA University contributes RM3 million worth of scholarship to MIC Youth Scholarship program

MAHSA University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Malaysian Indian Congress Youth (MIC) on 9th June 2017. Under the MOU, MAHSA University will contribute RM3 million worth of scholarships under the MIC Youth Scholarship Program. The scholarship will be applicable for all programmes at MAHSA University. Approximately one thousand students are expected to benefit from these scholarships.

MIC’s National Deputy Youth Leader, Mr. Thinalan Rajagopalu said that the MIC Youth Scholarship Program was initiated to provide Malaysian Indian youths with opportunities to pursue quality education and to create a support system for them.

Launching of Shanghai University of TCM International Education Collaboration & Clinical Training Center

MAHSA University, in collaboration with the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, today unveiled their International Education Collaboration & Clinical Training Center.

Professor Hu Hongyi, Gastroentrelogist and Vice President of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine presented a lecture entitled “Development and Challenges of Inheritance and Current Innovation in Traditional Chinese Medicine”, accompanied by and Professor Zhou Wenxin, Acupuncture specialist who presented a talk on Acupuncture and Moxibustion.

FRIDAY 28 April 2017

MAHSA University Students win at the 9th National Pharmacy Quiz Competition 2017

MAHSA University students recently did their university proud when they competed in the 9th National Pharmacy Quiz Competition (Piala Tariz) and the Compounding Event (Piala Aisyah 2017) held at the University Sains Malaysia in Penang from the 28th to 30th of April 2017. The quiz was organised in the hopes of nurturing healthy intellectual competition among students of pharmacy within the nation.

SATURDAY 6 May 2017

MAHSA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS SHINE AT 9TH NATIONAL DENTAL STUDENT CONFERENCE

MAHSA University Dental students were declared the “Overall Champions” at the 9th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference held in Butterworth, Penang, on the 6th and 7th of May 2017 when they won prizes in five out of the seven categories of competitions.

Debbie Leong, Samantha Low and Wong Hong Zhang made MAHSA University proud when they won the first-prize in the quiz at the 9th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference organised by the Penang International Dental College.

TUESDAY 18 April 2017

GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY FOR MAHSA SPORTS & RECREATION CENTRE BY YB DATO’ SERI IDRIS BIN JUSOH, MINISTER OF HIGHER EDUCATION AT MAHSA SAUJANA PUTRA CAMPUS, SELANGOR

MAHSA University held the groundbreaking ceremony for its MAHSA Sports and Recreation Centre here at 2.30pm today at their Saujana Putra Campus. YB Dato’ Seri Idris Bin Jusoh, the Minister of Higher Education, officially declared the ceremony open after a video of the future Sports and Recreation Centre was played to thunderous applause as students and staff cheered and clapped.

AIR ASIA’S Y.BHG TAN SRI DATO’ SRI ANTONY FRANCIS FERNANDES CONFERRED AN HONORARY DOCTORATE BY MAHSA UNIVERSITY

Bandar Saujana Putra, Shah Alam, 14 March 2017:

MAHSA University held an award ceremony for the conferment as Honarary Doctor of Philosophy in Corporate Leadership on Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Antony Francis Fernandes, CEO of Air Asia, at the university’s state-of-the-art campus here at Bandar Saujana Putra, Shah Alam, today. Universities confer honorary degrees on individuals who have made substantial contributions to a particular field or to society in general.

MAHSA University Conducts Workshop at 14th Asia
- Pacific Medical Education Conference in NUS

MAHSA University was the only university from Malaysia invited to conduct a workshop at the 14th Asia-Pacific Medical Education Conference hosted by the National University of Singapore recently.

The workshop’s aims were to identify some of the challenges faced by students and educational institutions in various environments, to suggest effective solutions to these challenges, and to find alternative solutions, especially in the globalization of medical education.

MAHSA International Restodontic Conference
10-12 March 2017

MAHSA University will be hosting the first MAHSA International Restodontic Conference and Exhibition, to be held from 10th to 12th March 2017 at the university’s Bandar Saujana Putra campus.Organised by MAHSA’s Department of Conservative Dentistry (Faculty of Dentistry), and interestingly entitled “Restoration with Conviction”, the conference will present eight international speakers from all over Asia who will be delivering keynote lectures on a variety of topics ranging from Restorative Dentistry to Aesthetic Dentistry to Endodontics.

The eminent dental experts who will be sharing their knowledge and insights are Professor Dr V Gopal (Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Conservative Dentistry), Dr R L Halili-Castillo (Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of East Manila, Philippines), Professor Dr Yoo Jun Sang (Member of the Korean Academy of Conservative Dentistry), Professor Dr Mohan Bhuvaneswaran (Director of Vignesh Dental Hospital), Dr Goh TeikSuai (Accredited Member of the Australasian Society of Implant Dentistry), Dr Abraham Culbengan (a founding member of the Philippines Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry), Clinical Associate Professor Dr Patrick Tseng (Chief Dental Officer at the Ministry of Health of Singapore), and Dr David Sun Yee Wha.

MAHSA University Opens Football Field

Few universities around the world can boast their own football field, which is why this particular one stands out. On Saturday, 10 December 2016, MAHSA University officially declared open its very own football field, when Team MAHSA had its inaugural match with Team MAHSA Friends.

The football field is the dream vision of MAHSA’s Pro-Chancellor and Executive Chairman, and Team MAHSA’s Captain, Professor Tan Sri Datuk Dr Haji Mohamed Haniffa bin Haji Abdullah. The sport and the values it has instilled in him as a young man lives on till today.

MAHSA University students graduating at new campus

MAHSA University today held its 13th convocation ceremony for the first timein its new campus in Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor.

Interfaculty Debate Competition

The Interfaculty Debate Competition Grand Final organized by Literacy & Debating Society will take place on Friday 16th May 2014 at Jalan University Campus (JUC).

Visit by Physiotherapy Students from Hong Kong – 21st February 2014

1st Prize Winner – 2013 Electronic Campaign for Oral Cancer Awareness

Electronic Campaign for Oral Cancer Awareness in Malaysia

The Electronic Oral Cancer Awareness Campaign Competition was held on the 17th November, 2013.

The National Oral Cancer Awareness Week was jointly organized by Oral Cancer Research Collaborating Centre (0CRCC), Ministry of Health and dental institutions throughout Malaysia.

In conjunction with this, a competition for the best “Electronic Campaign for Oral Cancer Awareness in Malaysia” was held on the 17th November, 2013 and all the 12 Universities on Malaysia offering dentistry were invited to participate.

We’re proud of our students!

28th Aug. 2013 – Team MAHSA University at the 11th Inter-Medical School Physiology Quiz 2013 held at University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 83 universities from 21 countries taking part in this pretigious competition!

Additional Parking…FREE Shuttle Service

Here are more details on the Shuttle Service offered to and fro Jaya One (at the square area next to Old Town White Coffee) & MAHSA JUC (Next to Chancellery/glass lift).

Firstly, it’s free!

Secondly, the shuttle schedule is as below:

7.15am- 9am: Shuttle service every 15 minutes from Jaya One to JUC.

12.30pm: Shuttle service from JUC to Jaya One

1.30pm: Shuttle service from Jaya One to JUC

4.15pm – 6pm: Shuttle service every 15 minutes from JUC to Jaya One.

For more information, please contact
Mr. Peri: 013 364 8755
Mr. Muthu: 0111 2373661
Mr. Krishna: 012 230 0091

SPP1M – New Loan Scheme For Higher Studies